Chicken Schnitzel

Chicken Schnitzel

Chicken Schnitzel is a popular and tasty dish all over the world. It's a simple breaded chicken cutlet served with a wedge of lemon.

Ingredients

  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Breadcrumbs (2 cups)
  • Eggs (2)
  • Flour (1 cup)
  • Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Salt (1 teaspoon)
  • Chicken breasts (4, boneless and skinless)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them until they are 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. Dredge each breast in the flour and shake off the excess.
  4. Dip each breast into the beaten eggs.
  5. Dredge in breadcrumbs, making sure to coat thoroughly.
  6. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  7. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  8. Drain on paper towels.
  9. Serve the chicken schnitzel with lemon wedges.

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 320 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 20g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 500mg • Sugar: 3g